Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner's Manual First Edition: April 2003 Last Revision: April 2013 Document #: 102136-0003R-01
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Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Nanoptix Inc. is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Nanoptix Inc. The correction of interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Table of Contents 1. About the Printer ..................................................................... 1 1.1 Description of Printer ................................................................................... 1 1.2 Connection .................................................................................................... 2 1.3 General specifications .................................................................................. 3 1.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Figures FIGURE 1: NANOPTIX SPILL-PROOF PRINTER ...................................................................................... 1 FIGURE 2: NANOPTIX SPILL-PROOF CONNECTION THROUGH PLASTIC HOOK ....................................... 2 FIGURE 3: NANOPTIX SPILL-PROOF OPTIONAL PLASTIC COVER .......................................................... 2 FIGURE 4: RESETTING PRINTER.....................................................................................
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Tables TABLE 1: SPECIFICATION ................................................................................................................... 3 TABLE 2: TROUBLESHOOTING WITH THE STATUS LED ......................................................................... 8 TABLE 3: TROUBLESHOOTING PRINTING PROBLEMS ........................................................................... 8 TABLE 4: PRINTER DOES NOT WORK ...............................................
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 1. About the Printer 1.1 Description of Printer The Nanoptix Spill-Proof thermal printer is extremely fast, quiet, and very reliable. With thermal printing technology, there is no ribbon cassette to change, and paper loading is extremely simple. The printer is small enough to fit almost anywhere and is easy to use with the ticket exiting from the top.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 1.2 Connection To prevent the Nanoptix Spill-Proof Printer from accidental disconnect. The USB and the Power cable can be hooked to the plastic clip as shown in Figure 2. To increase protection, an optional plastic cover is available over the back connection as shown in Figure 3.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 1.3 General specifications Print Method Resolution Print Width Paper Width Max Roll Diameter Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Relative Humidity Communication Interface Options Optional Interface Memory/Firmware Resident Character Sets Integrated Bar Codes Speed Sensors Human Interface Dimensions Weight Agency Compliance Emission Standards Direct Thermal 8 dot/mm (203 dpi) 80mm 80mm or 82.5 mm 82.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 1.4 Printer Controls To reset Printer Simply plug and unplug the printer to reset in the event of a fault condition. Once the Printer is re-plugged, it will go through a startup routine and resets itself.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Paper Feed Button Use the Paper Feed Button to advance the paper.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 1.5 Changing Paper Caution: Do not operate the printer if it runs out of paper. The printer will not operate without paper, but it may continue to accept data from the host computer. Because the printer cannot print any transactions, the data may be lost. 1. Open the top cover by pulling under the tab on both sides. 2. Remove the used roll. 3.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 1.6 Testing the Printer Run this test to check the printer. The test prints and cuts a resident test ticket. Verify this ticket to ensure unit is printing and operating correctly. *The test ticket may vary from actual printout depending on revision, firmware chosen. Model: Firmware: CALLISTO C21-2.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 1.7 Troubleshooting the Printer The printer is simple and generally trouble-free, but from time to time minor problems may occur. Follow these procedures to determine the cause and resolution of any problems the printer may be having. If the procedures in this section do not correct the problem, contact a service representative.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Printer Does Not Work Problem Possible Causes Printer Does Not Function When Turned On. Printer not plugged in. Door not fully closed. What to Do Check that printer cables are properly connected on both ends. Check that the host or power supply is switched on. Check Printer LED. Close the door.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 2. Media and Supplies Guide 2.1 Thermal Paper Specifications Paper Low stripe: Winding Direction: End of Roll: Core Inside Diameter: Maximum Roll Diameter: Paper Conversion: Top of form mark: Core Material: Core Fabrication: “Red; on thermal side” “Thermal Side Out” “Not attached to core” 0.5” (12.7mm) 3” (76.2mm) “Roll” “Not required” “Plastic” “Solid Wall” 2.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 2.3 Ordering Miscellaneous Supplies Power Supply and Power Cord Please specify the Nanoptix part number when ordering power supplies and cords.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Communication Cables Pin-Out Your printer uses industry standard connections for Serial, USB and Cash Drawer functions and is therefore compatible with standard printers and hosts on the market. Please note that due to the power requirements of thermal printers, the unit will not function with the USB cable alone. The power cord must be connected to the printer. Several connector options are available depending on the printer factory configuration.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual Pin 1 2 3 4 5 Signal Name AUX_PWR RS232_TXD RS232_RXD No connect or CTS DGND Printer I/O 5V Output Output Input Input Ground Host I/O n/a Input Output Output Ground 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Pull up or RTS RS232_CTS RS232_RTS Pull up No connect RS485_-TXD RS485_+TXD RS485_-RXD RS485_+RXD DGND Output Input Output Output Reserved Output Output Input Input Ground Input Output Input Input Reserved Input Input Output Output Ground Printer Function Aux Power (1
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual 3. Communicating with the Printer Over the years, Nanoptix has developed emulations for compatibility with the most popular printers in the market. At the time of printing this manual, the following emulations are available: - Epson LQ570+ Epson TM-T88III Star TUP-400 Axiohm A722 Ithaca P70 Ithaca P170 Citizen 3551 Please contact your sales representative if you require other emulations.
Spill-Proof Thermal Printer Owner’s Manual APPENDIX A: Mechanical Drawings Figure 8: Mechanical Dimensions 102136-0003R-01 April 2013 15